Survey Foreman

Ames Construction•Farmington, NM

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Survey Foreman is responsible for leading field survey operations and construction layout activities to support the accurate and timely execution of construction work. This role directs a survey crew in establishing horizontal and vertical control, staking, grade checking, and as-built data collection—ensuring all layout work aligns with contract drawings, engineering specifications, and project tolerances. The Survey Foreman serves as a key field leader, bridging design intent and field construction while partnering closely with project management, superintendents, and engineering staff to drive successful project delivery. This position is classified as “safety-sensitive.”

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Five or more years of construction surveying experience, with at least two years in a lead or foreman role.
Proven experience in construction layout across heavy civil, earthwork, structures, and/or roadway projects.
Strong knowledge of survey principles, construction layout methods, and coordinate geometry (COGO).
Proficiency with survey equipment and software (e.g., Trimble, Topcon, Leica; TBC, Carlson, or AutoCAD Civil 3D).
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and digital models.
Solid understanding of machine-control/GPS grading technology.
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Solid understanding of OSHA standards and construction safety practices.
OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.

Nice To Haves

Technical/associate degree in surveying, civil engineering technology, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead daily survey crew operations, including construction staking, layout, grade checks, and topographic/as-built surveys.
Establish and maintain horizontal and vertical control, benchmarks, and baselines.
Perform layout for earthwork, utilities, foundations, structures, roadways, and other project features.
Operate and manage survey instruments and technology, including GPS/GNSS, robotic total stations, data collectors, and machine-control systems.
Verify field conditions against plans and report discrepancies to the project team.
Download, process, and manage survey data, control files, and digital terrain models (DTMs).
Maintain accurate field notes, cut sheets, stakeout records, and as-built documentation.
Perform QA/QC checks on layout work to ensure conformance with project tolerances and specifications.
Coordinate with office engineers/surveyors on model updates and data file management.
Coordinate survey priorities with superintendents and project schedules to keep field production on track.
Anticipate layout needs, plan crew activities, and manage constraints to avoid delays.
Track and communicate progress, resource needs, and potential conflicts to the project team.
Collaborate with Project Managers, Superintendents, engineers, and subcontractors to resolve field conflicts and layout questions.
Interpret drawings, specifications, and RFIs to ensure accurate translation of design into field layout.
Document daily field activities, manpower, equipment usage, and progress through daily reports.
Supervise, mentor, and develop survey crew members and instrument operators.
Manage crew assignments, equipment care, and field performance.
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and respectful work environment.